Quick Info
| Profession | Actress |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 04/11/1971 |
| Age | 55 years |
| Birthplace | Hyderabad, Telangana, India |
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
| Religion | Islam |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio |
Latest News about Tabu
10/08/2026
The Delhi High Court granted Tabu protection against the misuse of her identity and AI-generated content. The court also ordered the removal of more than 150 URLs carrying such material. Tabu had moved the court over the unauthorised use of her likeness earlier that month.
06/07/2026
Tabu was reported to be playing the villain opposite Nagarjuna Akkineni in King100, his 100th film, reuniting with him after nearly three decades. The film is directed by Ra Karthik and is slated for theatrical release on 24/12/2026.
17/04/2026
Tabu starred in Bhooth Bangla, a horror-comedy directed by Priyadarshan that reunited her with Akshay Kumar after about 25 years. The film was a commercial success and was followed by reports of her buying a Rs 10 crore apartment in Mumbai's Versova area.
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Bio/Wiki
| Real name | Tabassum Fatima Hashmi |
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| Ethnicity | Hyderabadi Muslim Family |
| Food Habit | Vegetarian |
| Hobbies | Collecting perfumes, Writing poems, Reading books |
| Years Active | 1985–present |
| Known For | Hindi cinema roles featuring complex, often troubled women in mainstream and independent films |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 8½" (174 cm) |
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| Weight | 65 Kg (143 lbs) |
| Figure Measurements | 36-32-42 |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | St. Ann’s High School, Hyderabad |
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| College/University | St. Xavier’s College |
| Educational Qualification | She attended St. Xavier’s College for two years. |
Personal Life
| Address | Anukul, 2nd Floor, 7 Bungalows, Andheri West, Mumbai 400058, India |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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Family
| Father | Jamal Hashmi (actor) | ||||||||
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| Mother | Rizwana (school teacher) | ||||||||
| Siblings | Farah Naaz (actress) | ||||||||
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Career
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Favourites
| Film | Golmaal (1979) |
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| Actor | Sanjeev Kumar |
| Actress | Salma Hayek |
| Food | Samosa |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Tabu is a renowned Indian actress known for her work in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, and English films. | |
| 2. She has won two National Film Awards, six Filmfare Awards, two Filmfare Awards South, and the Padma Shri. | |
| 3. Tabu is appreciated for her roles in acclaimed Hindi films such as Maachis, Virasat, Chandni Bar, Astitva, and Haider. | |
| 4. Her successful Bollywood movies include Hum Saath-Saath Hain, Hera Pheri, Andhadhun, and the Drishyam series. | |
| 5. Tabu's parents separated when she was young, after which she was raised by her well-educated maternal family in Hyderabad. | |
| 6. Growing up, her mother was a teacher while her grandparents ran a school where she spent most of her time. | |
| 7. Tabu enjoyed a happy childhood in Hyderabad, surrounded by her grandmother's prayers and book reading. | |
| 8. She spent her early years listening to Binaca Geetmala and Chhaya Geet on the radio and loved reading books like The Enchanted Garden and Alice in Wonderland. | |
| 9. Despite not initially desiring a career in films, Tabu made her debut as a child artist in the Hindi film Bazaar at the age of 11. | |
| 10. She relocated to Mumbai at 1983 and, at 14, starred in the film Hum Naujawan opposite Dev Anand. | |
| 11. Tabu's Bollywood journey began with Pehla Pehla Pyar in 1994, which kick-started her successful career. | |
| 12. She garnered fame with movies like Vijaypath, Ninne Pelladata, and Aavida Maa Aavide in the '90s. | |
| 13. Apart from Telugu hits, Tabu's notable Hindi films include Maachis, Chandni Bar, Life of Pi, Haider, and Andhadhun. | |
| 14. Her remarkable performance in Haider and Andhadhun received widespread critical acclaim. | |
| 15. Tabu is fluent in Telugu, Urdu, Hindi, and English, showcasing her versatility in various film industries. | |
| 16. In February 2026, a fake Facebook page falsely reported her death; the report was confirmed as a hoax and she is alive. |
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